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Nicolas Martinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Liquid-liquid phase separation
• Coacervation
• Artificial cells
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Nicolas Martin is a CNRS Researcher at the Centre de Recherche Paul Pascal (CRPP), a joint research unit of the CNRS and the University of Bordeaux. Based in Pessac, France at 115 avenue Dr Schweitzer, he works as a member of the BIO 2.0 research team. His research focuses on liquid-liquid phase separation, coacervation, artificial cells, and stimuli-responsive systems. Dr. Martin's research centers on creating and studying synthetic cells using principles of liquid-liquid phase separation. His work explores how coacervate droplets serve as models for prebiotic protocells and how these systems can be engineered for various applications. He investigates stimuli-responsive systems that change properties in response to external triggers like light, with applications in synthetic biology and materials science. His research bridges chemistry, physics, and biology to understand and engineer compartmentalized systems that mimic cellular organization. Analysis of Dr. Martin's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on coacervate systems with increasing complexity. His work spans from fundamental studies of phase separation phenomena to practical applications in creating artificial cells. A notable trend is his growing emphasis on light-responsive systems and the integration of biological components into synthetic compartments. His research has evolved from studying basic coacervation phenomena to developing increasingly sophisticated protocell systems with multiple functionalities and environmental responsiveness. ANR PRC PROTOPOLYM (partner, 2025) ANR PRC SHEILA (partner, 2024) Doctoral Network SIGSYNCELL (partner, 2023) RIE U. Bordeaux Project (coordinator, 2023) ANR PRC CHEMinDROPS (partner, 2023) ANR PRC WalLesShape (partner, 2022) CEFIPRA (coordinator, 2022) ANR JCJC LASCO2 (coordinator, 2021) Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region Project (coordinator, 2020) ANR PRC CoSyCell (partner, 2019) IdEx Bordeaux Junior Chair (coordinator, 2018) Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (declined, 2018) Dr. Martin has coordinated multiple significant research projects including the IdEx Bordeaux Junior Chair (2018), CEFIPRA (2022), and RIE U. Bordeaux Project (2023), demonstrating his leadership capabilities. He has served as a partner in numerous ANR-funded projects, indicating strong collaborative networks across French and international research institutions. His research has received consistent funding from various sources including the French National Research Agency, regional initiatives, and international collaborations. As a member of the BIO 2.0 team at CRPP, Dr. Martin collaborates with researchers working at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and physics. His laboratory focuses on creating and studying synthetic cellular systems using principles of phase separation. The team employs a multidisciplinary approach combining experimental techniques from multiple scientific disciplines to engineer and characterize complex coacervate systems with potential applications in biotechnology and synthetic biology.

Melpomeni Kalofonouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Oncology and Carcinogenesis
• Biomedical Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Dr Melpomeni (Melina) Kalofonou is an Advanced Research Fellow and Group Lead in Cancer Technology at the Centre for Bio-Inspired Technology (CBIT), Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Imperial College London. She holds an adjunct role as Assistant Professor in Targeted Diagnostics and Therapeutics at Stony Brook University's Renaissance School of Medicine. Her work focuses on semiconductor-based systems for cancer diagnostics, integrating electrochemical sensors with molecular assays in Lab-on-Chip platforms. Education: MEng in Electrical & Computer Engineering (University of Patras, 2007) MSc in Biomedical Engineering (Imperial College London, 2009) PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Imperial College London, 2013) Research Interests: Development of Lab-on-Chip technologies for multi-cancer detection, epigenetic biomarker analysis via ISFET sensors, and machine learning-driven drug resistance prediction. Her projects emphasize affordable, accessible diagnostics for breast, colorectal, ovarian, and prostate cancers. Articles Overview: Recent work highlights advancements in ISFET-based detection of genetic mutations (e.g., BRAF V600E, TP53 R248W), integration of machine learning for diagnostic algorithms, and innovations in liquid biopsy analysis. Key themes include improving clinical translation through interdisciplinary collaborations. Affiliations & Grants: Leads Imperial's CRUK-funded multidisciplinary projects and EPSRC initiatives. Serves on the IEEE BioCAS Technical Committee and editorial boards of IEEE journals. Active in the CRUK Convergence Science Centre and Imperial's Cancer Research UK Centre. Labs & Teams: Directs the Cancer Technology group within CBIT, fostering collaboration between electrical engineers and medical professionals. Supervises Masters’ students across Engineering and Medicine faculties.

Rakesh Mukherjeeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• DNA Nanotechnology
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Rakesh Mukherjee is a postdoctoral research associate at the Principles of Biomolecular Systems group, Imperial College London . His research focuses on autonomous, enzyme-free molecular templating systems using DNA strands to enable sequence-specific catalytic assembly with minimal product inhibition. Imperial College London (Current: Postdoctoral Research Associate) EPFL (Postdoc: Cyclic Peptide Inhibitors) Ben-Gurion University (PhD: Peptide Replication Networks) Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (MSc: Organic Chemistry) Research Interests span DNA nanotechnology , molecular replication , and non-covalent/covalent bond engineering . Key work demonstrates: DNA-based catalytic dimerization with weak product inhibition through toehold/handhold displacement Scaling to trimerization and covalent bond formation using copper-catalyzed click chemistry Information propagation in non-biological contexts via sequence-specific templating Applications include: Diagnostics and molecular biophysics through DNA strand displacement circuits Labelled oligomers for downstream tasks like selective binding and gel formation Combinatorial libraries of biologically functional molecules via DNA-templated synthesis

• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
• Soft Materials
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Benjamin Partridge is an Assistant Professor recognized for his research in biomimetic materials and soft matter physics. His work focuses on engineering impact-resistant materials inspired by biological systems, particularly leveraging sacrificial bonds found in natural materials like those in human feet or woodpecker anatomy. He leads a research group exploring fundamental questions in material science with applications in protective coatings, medical implants, and force-resistant garments. Dr. Partridge has received prestigious recognition including the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) Young Investigators Award, which supports his project on hierarchical noncovalent energy dissipation mechanisms. His research integrates principles from chemistry, materials science, and bioengineering to develop novel materials with self-healing capabilities and enhanced durability. Key technical contributions include advancements in colloidal crystal engineering, supramolecular assembly pathways, and programmable DNA-based materials. His work spans from foundational studies to applied innovations, bridging nanotechnology and macro-scale material functionality. Awards: Young Investigators Award (AFOSR, 202X) Research Themes: Bioinspired material design Energy dissipation mechanisms Self-assembly processes Programmable molecular systems

• Nanotechnology
• Biomedical Engineering
• Molecular Biology
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Kun Zhou is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Cell Biology at Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. His expertise lies in nanotechnology and molecular biology, focusing on programmable DNA-protein hybrid nanoarchitectures and their biomedical applications. He investigates viral protein engineering, particularly using tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) coat proteins to create stable nanomaterials for functional systems such as drug delivery and biomaterials design. Research interests include precise assembly of nanoparticles, tunable protein crystals, and structural stability through covalent bonding. He also explores DNA origami integration with viral templates to enable dynamic nanostructure control. Recent studies highlight anti-cancer applications via DNA nanoswitches and programmable protein shapes, while earlier work focuses on nanotubes, fibers, and ion sieving membranes derived from viral proteins. Scientific awards explicitly listed are not mentioned in the provided text. Details about grants and advising are not provided, though his research contributions suggest active mentorship and collaborative projects. Zhou is affiliated with the Cell Biology department at Yale School of Medicine, contributing to interdisciplinary nanotechnology initiatives within the university.

• Biomineralization
• Calcium Carbonate Biominerals
• Geology
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Marin Frédéric is a Researcher (DR CNRS HDR) at the Department of Biogeosciences, University of Burgundy. His work focuses on biomineralization processes in marine organisms, particularly calcium carbonate formation in molluscs, sponges, and cnidarians. He has held key roles including chairing the European COST Action Biomineralix (2012–2014) and editing major volumes on biomineralization. His expertise spans biochemistry, molecular biology, and paleontology, with contributions to understanding metazoan calcification origins. Education: PhD (1992, Paris XI University), Habilitation (2009, University of Burgundy) Affiliations: CNRS since 2003, Samba Research Group Research interests include the molecular mechanisms of shell formation, protein-mineral interactions, and the evolution of biomineralization. He has supervised 7 PhD students and collaborated on projects like the ADEQUA consortium on pearl oysters. Key awards include the Vening-Meinesz Prize (1998) for groundbreaking work on metazoan biocalcification. Publications highlight contributions to understanding nacre formation, organic matrices in biominerals, and the application of shell matrices in biomaterials. Recent work addresses conservation of the Mediterranean fan mussel (Pinna nobilis) and genomic analyses of ancient mollusc shells.

Joerg Lahannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Drug Delivery
• Gene Therapy
• Biomaterials
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Joerg Lahann is a Professor at the University of Michigan with appointments in Chemical Engineering , Materials Science and Engineering , Macromolecular Science and Engineering , and Biomedical Engineering . He serves as Director of the Academic Program Biointerfaces Center and is affiliated with multiple research institutes including the Weil Institute for Critical Care Research , Rogel Cancer Center , and Biosciences Initiative . PhD in Macromolecular Chemistry from Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen (1998) Dr. Lahann's research spans biotechnology , nanoparticle engineering , and surface chemistry , focusing on drug/gene delivery systems , advanced biomaterials , and chemical vapor deposition for engineered surfaces. His work addresses challenges in oral cancer chemoprevention , neuro-oncology , and synthetic biology applications . Recent publications highlight innovations in protein nanoparticle design for targeted therapies , deep learning-based surface analysis , and liquid crystal-templated polymerization . His team has made significant advances in non-viral gene delivery , biofilm disruption , and smart biomaterials for dental applications . University of Michigan Biointerfaces Institute Innovation Fellowship (2023) Dr. Lahann supervises research in nanoparticle engineering , biomaterials , and chemical manufacturing processes . His lab has received substantial funding from NSF , NIH , and industry partners for projects including 3D scaffold development , biocontainment strategies , and advanced manufacturing techniques . The Lahann Lab at the Biointerfaces Institute (Ann Arbor, MI) develops therapeutic nanoparticles , engineered extracellular matrices , and multifunctional coatings with applications in cancer therapy , regenerative medicine , and oral disease prevention .

• Surface (S)-layer proteins
• Biomimetics
• Self-assembly
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Bernhard Schuster is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Synthetic Bioarchitectures within the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). His research focuses on biomimetic systems using S-layer proteins for membrane engineering, biosensor development, and nanobiotechnology applications. Doctoral Degree (1995) and Postdoctoral Qualification (2004) from TU Graz Active in international research networks and conference presentations Key research areas include: Self-assembly of S-layer proteins and lipid membranes Bioinspired materials for antimicrobial peptide studies Nanocarrier systems with S-layer functionalization Membrane protein integration in synthetic environments Recent publications (2015-2024) demonstrate expertise in: Graphene-lipid biosensors CRISPR-based archaeal S-layer studies Hybrid polymer/lipid membrane architectures Cell-free protein synthesis for membrane transporters Scientific recognition includes: Best Paper Award (2014) at Quantum, Nano/Bio and Micro Technologies conference He contributes to: Academic community through conference keynote invitations Interdisciplinary collaborations across Europe Training in synthetic biology and membrane biotechnology

Luke Lemanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Peptide-based molecule engineering
• Prebiotic chemistry
• Origins of life
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Dr. Luke Leman is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Scripps Research, specializing in peptide-based molecule engineering and prebiotic chemistry. He holds a PhD from The Scripps Research Institute (2006) and a B.A. from the University of Colorado, Boulder (2001). His research focuses on designing peptides, peptide nucleic acids, and peptidomimetics to understand biological processes and treat diseases like atherosclerosis. Key areas include sequence-adaptive nucleic acid analogs and synthetic HDL-mimetic nanolipid particles. Recent work explores prebiotic peptide-RNA interactions and the selective incorporation of amino acids in early chemical evolution. Collaborations with institutions like the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Center for Chemical Evolution (funded by NSF and NASA) highlight his contributions to origins-of-life studies. His lab develops tools like dynamic peptide nucleic acids and DNA-programmed proteins, with applications in molecular engineering and synthetic biology. Publications span Nature Communications, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and Chemical Reviews, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining organic synthesis, molecular biology, and biophysics. Though no specific awards are noted, his work has been featured in Discover Magazine and Wired Science for breakthroughs in prebiotic chemistry and synthetic systems.

Nathan Crookمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Metabolic Engineering
• Synthetic Biology
• Microbial Ecology
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Nathan Crook is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at North Carolina State University. He leads the Crook Lab, which focuses on developing high-throughput experimental and computational techniques for genetic engineering, with applications in metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, and microbial ecology. His research particularly emphasizes engineering gut microbiota to improve health outcomes through foundational technologies for designing microbial ecosystems. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin (2014), B.S. in Chemical Engineering from California Institute of Technology (2009). Research Interests His work integrates synthetic biology with systems engineering to address challenges in human health and environmental sustainability. Key areas include: Engineering probiotic organisms for in situ biomanufacturing Metabolic pathway optimization using directed evolution Understanding microbial community dynamics in the gut Development of novel enzyme systems for industrial applications Awards NIH New Innovator Award (2024) NSF Early Career Development Award (2023) Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA T32 (2015) National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (2010) Advising & Grants Crook has secured major grants including NSF CAREER funding and NIH support. His lab actively collaborates with industry partners on projects involving probiotic engineering and bioremediation technologies. Students and postdocs in his lab focus on interdisciplinary challenges at the interface of chemical engineering and microbiology. Labs/Teams The Crook Lab is housed in Partners II Building at NC State. Research activities span wet-lab experimentation, computational modeling, and high-throughput screening, with a focus on translating fundamental discoveries into applied solutions.

• Immunology
• Virology
• Molecular Biology
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Karen Agaronyan is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Immunobiology at Yale School of Medicine. Her research focuses on understanding fundamental mechanisms of immunity, viral pathogenesis, and mitochondrial biology. She investigates how innate immune sensors like TLR9 regulate antiviral responses during influenza infection and explores mitochondrial dysfunction in human oocytes with pathogenic mutations. Her work bridges virology, immunology, and molecular biology, with recent studies addressing post-viral bacterial infections and allergic inflammation triggered by tissue remodeling. She contributes to Yale's Immunobiology Graduate Program and participates in seminars like the Immunobiology Seminar Series and Human and Translational Immunology events. Karen's research areas include type 2 immune responses, mitochondrial gene expression mechanisms, and translational applications of mitochondrial replacement therapy. Her publications span topics from innate immunity to epigenetic regulation in mitochondria.

Brian Rolczynskiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Optoelectronics
• Quantum Mechanics
• DNA Nanotechnology
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Brian Rolczynski is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on optimizing optoelectronic materials using strategies inspired by biological systems, combining advanced optical spectroscopies, computational modeling, and machine learning. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Northwestern University and a B.S./B.A. in Chemistry and English from the University of Washington. Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Northwestern University, 2013 B.S. in Chemistry, University of Washington, 2007 B.A. in English, University of Washington, 2007 Research Interests: Brian’s work revolves around enhancing optoelectronic materials through precise structural control and machine learning. Key areas include DNA-scaffolded molecular networks, quantum coherence in photosynthetic systems, and energy transport optimization. His interdisciplinary approach integrates nanotechnology, quantum mechanics, and materials science to develop next-generation technologies like photovoltaics and quantum information systems. Labs & Team: Rolczynski’s lab includes graduate students (Krishna Gautam, Kipper Riemersma, Nabin Humagain) and undergraduates (Antonio Fuentes Solis, Tri Tran). The group explores topics such as tunable electronic structures, quantum coherence prolongation, and machine-learning-driven material optimization. The lab is part of the broader Department of Chemistry at UNR. Awards & Recognition: While no specific awards are listed, his research contributions span high-impact journals in chemical physics and nanotechnology.

Diana Libudaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Cell and Developmental Biology
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Diana Libuda is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Oregon, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying meiosis, particularly DNA repair, recombination, and chromosome dynamics in Caenorhabditis elegans . She leads the Libuda Lab ( www.libudalab.org ), where her team investigates gametogenesis and the genetic basis of fertility. Key research areas include: (1) Regulation of meiotic recombination by synaptonemal complex proteins, (2) Role of BRCA1/BRC-1 and SMC-5/6 in DNA repair pathway choice, and (3) Mechanisms of nuclear migration through constricted spaces during development. Her work bridges genetics, cell biology, and genomics to understand fundamental processes in reproduction and genome stability. Dr. Libuda has pioneered techniques like auxin-dependent protein depletion for live imaging in C. elegans , enabling real-time observation of meiotic processes. Her lab also developed quantitative image analysis tools for germline studies. Notable achievements include identification of transposable element roles in structural variation and discovery of CDC-42-driven actin networks in nuclear positioning. Recipient of the 2018 PLOS Genetics Research Prize for her work on spindle assembly during meiosis. Active in interdisciplinary research collaborations, particularly with Stanford University School of Medicine. Office located at 375E Streisinger Hall, with contact details available via email dlibuda@uoregon.edu .

• Nanotechnology
• DNA/RNA Nanotechnology
• Biophysics
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Wooli Bae is a Lecturer in Experimental Soft Matter Physics at the University of Surrey, affiliated with the School of Mathematics and Physics. He holds a PhD in Physics from KAIST (2014), followed by postdoctoral research at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2014–2017) and a Research Associate position at Imperial College London (2017–2021). His research focuses on nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) nanotechnology, with applications in synthetic biology, plasmonics, and drug delivery. Key interests include programmable nanostructures, molecular circuits, and biocompatible systems like ocular drug delivery emulsions. Education: PhD in Physics, KAIST, South Korea (2014) MS and BS in Physics, KAIST, South Korea Research highlights include developing RNA-based circuits for synthetic biology, plasmonic biosensors, and membrane-assisted DNA origami assemblies. His work bridges physics and biology, addressing challenges in molecular control and nanoscale engineering. Notable achievements include the 2020 Associative Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE). Publications reflect a trajectory from foundational studies on single-molecule dynamics (2013–2014) to advanced applications like thrombin sensing (2019) and ocular drug delivery (2023). Collaborations span interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing practical biomedical and engineering outcomes.

Francesco Varratoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Research Data Management
• Soft Matter Physics
• Colloidal Systems
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Francesco Varrato is a Lecturer at the EDCH-ENS unit and a Research Data Management (RDM) Specialist at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). He holds a PhD in Numerical Physics and a Master’s in Physics from Pisa University. His current role focuses on advancing RDM practices, including F.A.I.R. principles implementation, data management plan development, and collaboration with EPFL services like ReO, DPO, and external stakeholders. His research interests span RDM, soft matter physics, and colloidal systems. Research Highlights: Varrato’s work bridges academic and applied research, with recent contributions to RDM frameworks and historical studies on colloidal gels and fractal systems. His publications address data governance, open-source adoption, and material science. Teaching: He teaches Hands-on with Research Data Management in Chemistry , emphasizing practical RDM skills. His role also involves organizing workshops and guiding researchers in data documentation. Collaborations: Engages with EPFL’s Data Champions network and external organizations to promote data-driven practices. His interdisciplinary approach combines physics expertise with modern academic support methodologies.